Djúpivogur

Djúpivogur

Djúpivogur municipality reaches north to Streitishvarf point and south to the middle of the
Hvalnes screes. The area includes sand-blocked lagoons of Álftafjörður and
Hamarsfjörður, as well as the deep fjord of Berufjörður. The landscape and
fauna of the Djúpivogur area are extremely varied and offer a multitude of
options for outdoor recreation. The fauna includes seals resting on coastal
rocks, colourful bird life in wetlands with easy access and facilities, and
reindeer which during most of the year are often seen even from the main roads.

The Icelandic sagas speak of ships coming to the north shore of
Berufjörður at Gautavík, one of Iceland's oldest trading points. Two other
figures in historical accounts were the settler Þjóðreki and the Christian
missionary Þangbrandur.

CittaslowOur community belongs to the international Cittaslow
movement and therefore emphasises its values, such as local characteristics and
culture, a humane, wholesome society, and an unspoiled, safe environment. The
main idea behind Cittaslow is to take your time to enjoy life – speed does not
need to be a lifestyle. When travelling (slowly and pleasantly!) through our
community, look for the Cittaslow logo: an orange snail carrying a village on
its shell. It appears as a sign of quality for the Local Supporters of
Cittaslow - Djúpavogshreppur, promising that what they sell – whether food,
handicrafts or other goods – is sourced within the community.